EMUNAH: Looking into what we feel and what we believe in

EMUNAH, written by Collective Creation, directed by Alyssa Harms-Wiebe, and produced by H-Dubbs Productions

EMUNAH is a 45-minute play that shows us what it means to be human, and how faith navigates us through that personal journey, in learning who we are and knowing what we want. 

Because talking about life can always be a touchy topic.

The play immerses you into learning the personal stories and reflections of the characters you will encounter. You'll notice this immediately as they walk around back and forth thinking, preparing, at some point even panicking. Complement that with the soothing ambient music by the time you walk into the theatre and take your seat. A great way to help in set the tone of the show. Each character's daily life is presented vis-a-vis the inner spiritual struggles of each of the five characters' depicted scenes. They were that not only emotionally moving, but deeply personal. This play is captivating in its own right, and their individual monologues will tug your heartstrings by surprise. 

EMUNAH tip-toes (literally, as it blends dance, song and dialogue) on a vast array of issues: from religion to coming out of the closet; from ethnicity to acceptance; from grieving over a loved one's death to the anxiety over death itself. The play touches on a lot of subjects we as individuals don't often talk about, and it encourages us to relate to how we feel about them. 

For those of you who want to experience a show that's not in your typical theatrical format, and also offers something a bit deeper to ponder on, checking out EMUNAH is a highly recommended pick while the Montreal Fringe Festival is still around! You can catch it this week at the Studio Jean-Valcourt du Conservatoire (4750 Henri-Julien) until June 22. Visit the Montreal Fringe Festival website for ticket information and show times. 
 

--Mel Palapuz hosts The Vibe Room every Tuesday at 11:00PM. Saturn De Los Angeles hosts Shibuya Crossing every Wednesday at 1:00PM, all on CJLO.